| Element | FORM/USE: 'NEITHER' |
|---|---|
| SuperCat | NEGATION |
| SubCat | negation |
| Lexical Range | N/A |
| Level | C2 |
| Cando | Can use 'Neither' or 'Nor' + with 'do' or 'be' + inverted subject to add to a previous related negative clause, to focus on an additional negative factor. |
| Corrected Learner Example | There are also considerable disturbances during day-time. It is, for example, not possible to lead a conversation, e.g. on the veranda, without shouting. Nor is it possible to watch television peacefully without the thunderous noise in the background. (Germany; C2 MASTERY; 1993; German; Pass) At first, I didn?t pay attention to the large number of magazines and newspapers she subscribed to. Neither did I oppose her 'need' to get new clothes every month. (Spain; C2 MASTERY; 1998; Catalan; Pass) |
| Uncorrected Learner Example | |
| Comments | This is a very low frequency form in the CLC. |
